Electrical Engineer

Noblis • Philadelphia, PA

18d • Onsite

About The Position

Noblis is seeking a hands-on Electrical Engineer to support electrical design, system integration, and engineering laboratory development for U.S. Navy shipboard systems. The engineer will develop and maintain electrical drawings, integrate and troubleshoot electrical and electronic equipment, and construct and maintain laboratory systems. The role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and mentoring engineers in safe laboratory practices.

The position is primarily onsite in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Occasional remote work may be permitted based on project requirements and management approval, but is not guaranteed. Periodic travel may be required to observe shipboard systems and operational environments. As solutions mature and are fielded, the role is anticipated to transition within approximately two to four years to include direct shipboard technical support and increased travel.

The work is primarily in an engineering laboratory, with occasional support in naval industrial or shipboard settings. It includes physical tasks such as standing and walking for extended periods, lifting and carrying equipment, working in and around racks and enclosures, and using hand and power tools. Shipboard work may involve ladders, confined spaces, uneven or slippery surfaces, and varying environmental conditions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline with substantial electrical or electronics coursework.
• One to three years of relevant professional engineering experience.
• U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Secret security clearance, or the ability to obtain one.
• Current CompTIA Security+ or another DoD-recognized certification satisfying applicable CSWF IAT Level II baseline requirements, or ability to obtain Security+ within six months of hire.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD 2D, including creating, modifying, and interpreting electrical and mechanical schematics, wiring diagrams, and system drawings.
• Strong understanding of electrical circuits, wiring practices, and electrical system design.
• Experience working with analog and digital signals, such as 4–20 mA and 0–10V, industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, and electrical interfaces for controller and sensor integration.
• Hands-on experience constructing, wiring, and modifying electrical equipment racks, assemblies, and laboratory fixtures.
• Experience installing, configuring, integrating, and troubleshooting electrical and electronic equipment, including field devices such as transducers and limit switches.
• Ability to independently diagnose electrical and electronic equipment problems and implement corrective actions.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams and technical stakeholders.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and regularly lift and carry equipment, tools, and materials weighing up to 50 pounds; occasional heavier lifting may be done with assistance.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach overhead to install, configure, and troubleshoot equipment in racks and enclosures.
• Manual dexterity to manipulate and assemble small components, connectors, wiring terminations, fasteners, and hardware, and ability to operate hand and power tools.
• Adequate vision to read technical manuals, interpret schematics, identify color-coded wiring, and detect safety hazards; sufficient hearing to perceive warning signals, alarms, and verbal communications.
• For shipboard support, ability to climb ladders, stairs, and steep inclines; work in confined spaces and varying environmental conditions; traverse uneven, wet, or slippery surfaces; and respond quickly to emergencies.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting U.S. Navy shipboard electrical or control systems, including familiarity with control system programs.
• Experience with engineering documentation and configuration management, including generating technical reports detailing test procedures, troubleshooting steps, and findings.
• Experience with laboratory equipment management and procurement processes.
• Experience with Rockwell RSLogix 5000 / Studio 5000.
• Experience with National Instruments (NI) LabVIEW.
• Experience with 3D CAD software.
• Experience programming and troubleshooting PLC-based control systems, including proficiency in one or more languages such as PLC Structured Text, C++, Java, Python, PowerShell, or database query languages.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and collaboration tools such as Confluence and JIRA.
• Familiarity with the Risk Management Framework (RMF).

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, and maintain shipboard electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and system drawings using AutoCAD 2D.
• Provide electrical engineering support for the design and integration of shipboard control systems.
• Construct, configure, and maintain engineering laboratories, including equipment racks, wiring assemblies, and fixtures.
• Install, commission, and troubleshoot electrical and electronic equipment and associated systems.
• Operate, commission, test, and troubleshoot Rockwell PLC hardware and associated electrical interfaces.
• Integrate new equipment and modify existing laboratory systems to support engineering requirements.
• Train and mentor engineers in laboratory construction, safe wiring practices, and equipment operation.
• Review and maintain engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to identify and resolve technical issues.
• Provide occasional support for equipment procurement and laboratory maintenance.
• Periodically travel to observe and gain familiarity with existing shipboard systems, equipment, and operational environments.
• As engineering solutions mature and are fielded, provide direct shipboard technical support, with increased travel anticipated within approximately two to four years.

Benefits

• Health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits.
• Paid leave.
• Professional development.
• Tuition assistance.
• Work-life programs.
• Awards recognizing exceptional performance and demonstration of service standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level